What time does the Kentucky Derby start?

The quest for the Triple Crown starts Saturday for the 20 horses in the Kentucky Derby field, and if you can spare two minutes Saturday, you don't want to miss the annual run for the roses. So, what time should you tune in?

The 2018 Kentucky Derby will begin at 6:46 p.m. ET on NBC.

Post time for the race is 6:46 p.m. Televised coverage of the Kentucky Derby will begin on NBC at 2:30 p.m. ET.